patticake1448

Wow! Congratulations! You look so happy!

Im losing slowly, but at least I am losing. Have a great weekend

Congratulations! You look great, snd so very happy!

A supposedly good friend told me why don't you try to lose weight on your own first?" HELLO!! I've been trying to lose for 35 years! I didn't just wake up one day and decide to have major surgery on a whim!

A supposedly good friend told me why don't you try to lose weight on your own first?" HELLO!! I've been trying to lose for 35 years! I didn't just wake up one day and decide to have major surgery on a whim!

Congrats and hugs to all of you ladies! Welcome to the loser's bench!

How are you doing nervous and happy? Wishing u the best!

I love your posts DL! You're always so helpful and encouraging. Thanks for being you!

Mkmb, my fitness pal is an ap for your phone, or u can sign up online. It willhelp u track calories, protein, carbs, exercise, water etc. It's a great tool to keep yourself on track.

Janifer, how are you doing after surgery today? Sending hugs your way!

How are u doing, my choice? Hope u are feeling ok after your surgery. Welcome to the loser's bench!

Nothing to sugarcoat, goldygirl, it was a breeze! Five small cuts, one in my bellybutton. No catheter, no drain. One nite in the hospital. No nausea, minimal pain. The two worst things for me were not being able to sleep in the hospital and not being able to drink anything from the day of surgery until the surgeon came to see me the next day. Major dry mouth! Good luck to you, and please let us know how you are doing. Hugs:-)

I did all my research and was sooooo set on the sleeve. Both my surgeon and NUT recommended RNY due to my diabetes, but it waa my NUT who really convinced me. She sees all the WLS patients long term and she said she has seen RNY patients be more successful in the long run. I have a major sweet tooth, and fear of dumping has kept me away from sweets so far. Better than that, I left the hospital on only one diabetic med instead of three. One week after my surgery, my surgeon took me off my last diabetes medication! My blood sugar is now normal with no medication, yaaaaaay

I did all my research and was sooooo set on the sleeve. Both my surgeon and NUT recommended RNY due to my diabetes, but it waa my NUT who really convinced me. She sees all the WLS patients long term and she said she has seen RNY patients be more successful in the long run. I have a major sweet tooth, and fear of dumping has kept me away from sweets so far. Better than that, I left the hospital on only one diabetic med instead of three. One week after my surgery, my surgeon took me off my last diabetes medication! My blood sugar is now normal with no medication, yaaaaaay

How are you feeling?

I'm five weeks post-op and stick to approved foods. However, I never feel full, so i think i eat too much as well

I had no issues with liquids, either. It worried me for a bit, now I'm just very thankful!

Great job, ladies! I had my surgery on Sept 25, making me 5 weeks post op today. Still dont feel full ever, so think I'm eating more than I should. Losing slowly, but more than I ever could have on my own. Blessed!

So proud of you ladies! The wait can seem endless, but i kinda think thats a good thing. It takes time to get yourself emotionally prepared for this life-changing surgery. It will be here befire you know it, and please feel free to contact me with any questions. Hugs to you:-)

Don't leave Mz Shay! I love reading your posts! Hope u really can block the negative posters. If not, block them from your mind. Most of us are positive, just like you:-)

Thanks so much SoccerMomma! BTW, I'm patticake808 on MFP.

Thanks ladies! Sorry, I don't know how to add u without an email address. Do i have to friend u on facebook first?

Im looking for friends as well. May I add you both? Im patticake 1448. Thanks!

Congratulations on taking the first step towards your fabulous new life! Thank u God is right! I'm only five weeks out, but I promise you things get easier every day. You're gonna live your new life! Feel fee to contact me if you have any questions. God bless:-)

Congratulations, Ladies!